Living in a World of Walls: The Backlash to Globalization
A conversation with Ian Bremmer about nationalism and populism, which will remain potent political forces — at least until some fundamental issues are addressed.
Optimism and Trust on the CEO’s Mind
In PwC’s annual survey of chief executives around the world, respondents voiced confidence about economic growth and greater interest in corporate responsibility.May 2, 2018 by Art KleinerDistance Doesn’t Matter — or Does It?
What gravity models can teach us about possibilities for U.K. trade.February 8, 2018 by David ArmstrongUnfit for Public Purpose: The Problem with Institutions Today
A conversation with Ian Bremmer about what it will take for political and economic institutions to regain their credibility. Spoiler: It involves finding new models for solving global-scale problems.February 6, 2018 by Art KleinerRelated tags: china, fake news, global economy, global issues, governance, Internet governance, net neutrality, social responsibilityWhat You Read: The 15 Most Popular s+b Articles of 2017
Among all the articles we’ve published over the last year, here are the ones that drew the most attention.December 18, 2017What’s Going on with Wages?
As the labor market continues to change, base pay is rising much more quickly for the bottom 20 percent of earners than for other workers.November 22, 2017 by Daniel GrossHow to Spark “Next-Gen” Creativity
Leading for creativity isn’t about being an artistic free spirit — it’s about having the necessary skills to think in ways that get things done.November 14, 2017 by Eric J. McNultyBest Business Books 2017: Economics
Not-So-Great ExpectationsNovember 7, 2017 by Ryan AventStop Putting So Much Stock in Streaks
The end of a run can feel earth-shattering, but economists and statisticians say it often means nothing.October 12, 2017 by Daniel GrossAre Overly Optimistic Leaders Forgetting Their History?
When economic times are good, it’s easy to fall into the trap of expecting that growth will only continue.October 3, 2017 by Daniel GrossCompanies Move Out of Their Geographic Comfort Zone
With skilled employees in high demand, some firms are extending their footprint into areas where workers are underutilized.September 13, 2017 by Daniel GrossAre We on the Verge of a New Golden Age?
A long-wave theory of technological and economic change suggests the financial malaise that began in 2007 may be about to end.August 28, 2017 by Carlota Perez, Leo Johnson, and Art KleinerWorkers Are Economically Shell-Shocked
Despite the tight labor market, employees report they are willing to take increasingly smaller salaries.August 22, 2017 by Daniel Grosss+b Trend Watch: The Rise of Counterfeiting
Fraudulent products are booming in the global economy. And although we hear a lot about fake handbags, watches, and other luxury goods, counterfeit drugs are far more common.August 9, 2017Why the Experts Get It Wrong
The closing of an energy hedge fund shows unique difficulties market veterans face when forecasting.August 8, 2017 by Daniel GrossTravelers Are Suffering from the “Last Mile” Problem
Although the transportation of people and goods has gotten cheaper, faster, and safer, low infrastructure investment has created frustrating bottlenecks.July 11, 2017 by Daniel GrossDavid Smick Explains How Main Street Capitalism Can Be the Great Equalizer
The editor of the International Economy outlines a plan for restoring income growth based on encouraging startups and competition.January 19, 2017 by Daniel GrossA New Reality at Davos
Going into the World Economic Forum, globalization continues at a rapid pace but the social and political context is changing.January 12, 2017 by Daniel GrossA Strategist’s Guide to Industry 4.0
Global businesses are about to integrate their operations into a seamless digital whole, and thereby change the world.May 9, 2016 by Reinhard Geissbauer, Jesper Vedsø, and Stefan SchraufTwilight of the Central Bankers
Mohamed A. El-Erian argues that the world’s masters of monetary policy have reached the peak of their ability to influence the course of the global economy.April 6, 2016 by Zachary KarabellGlobal Power Shift
Winners, losers, and strategies in the new world economic order.April 4, 2016 by Dennis Chesley, Miles Everson, and John GarveyRelated tags: china, China geopolitics, currency wars, disruption, economic growth, economics, emerging markets, financial crisis, geopolitics, global economy, global issues, global perspective, global trade, global trends, innovation, innovation strategy, international relations, megatrends, state-owned enterprisesDemographics for Prosperity
Societies seeking long-term economic growth can find it by accentuating the earning power of young workers, near-retirees, and women.March 7, 2016 by John HawksworthIt’s No More BRICs as Usual
The era of unbridled growth for emerging markets may be over, but that doesn’t mean the opportunities are gone.March 7, 2016 by John JullensMoscow’s Undaunted Entrepreneurs
Today’s Russian trendsetters are Silicon Valley–style entrepreneurs determined to make their ventures work — and to pull their country’s economy forward, no matter what.February 19, 2016 by Shellie KarabellNot So Great Expectations for Japan
An appreciation of Japan’s demographic trends suggests analysts are overestimating the country’s capacity for generating growth and inflation.February 2, 2016 by Daniel GrossRelated tags: economic growth, global economy
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